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Multiple vehicle crash on SH1 Tinwald - Near intersection of Laings Road

Multiple vehicle crash on SH1  Tinwald - Near intersection of Laings Road


UPDATE 4:55PM - The road is CLOSED between Thews Rd and Maronan Rd. Please keep following the directions by emergency services on-site.


4PM, FRI 19 APR - We have reports of a crash near the intersection of Laings Rd. The road is now CLOSED. Please follow the directions by emergency services on-site. ^SG


Emergency services were called to a crash involving a truck and three vehicles at about 3.30pm on State Highway One near Tinwald today.

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said two crews from Ashburton had responded along with police and ambulance services.

A person trapped in their car had been rescued and there were reports of injuries, but none seemed life-threatening.

State Highway One would be closed, with detours in place, until the scene is cleared.